1. people whose sexual behavior is regarded as abnormal and unacceptable
Usage: plural; offensive

1. distorts or corrupts the original meaning, form, or function of something
Usage: third person singular present
2. leads someone away from what is considered right, natural, or acceptable
Usage: third person singular present

Examples

• The politician perverts the facts to support his argument.
• She believes that violent media perverts young minds.
• The translation perverts the original meaning of the poem.
• He perverts the legal system for personal gain.
• The cult leader perverts religious teachings.
• Bad influences can pervert a child’s moral development.
• The scandal involved several known perverts in the community.